After a first half to forget, Espanyol recovered and managed to get into the game thanks to Puado’s goal. These are the notes of the Espanyol players.
Sure
Joan García (6)
He conceded three goals but could do little to stop them. He provided security and showed firm hands in the numerous shots he received. Insurance despite defeat.
Passionate
The Hilali (7)
His intensity allowed him to surpass Raphinha in many duels. In a highly demanding match he showed his face and was the best in defense. He also lavished his attack.
Injured (4)
Kumbulla (4)
The Italian-Albanian did not have his day. To begin with, he broke the offside in Dani Olmo’s first goal. Before the break he felt a puncture in his hamstring and had to leave.
Bookmark (5)
Cabrera
He was constantly aware of Lewandowski and carried out his task discreetly. He deflected the ball in Barça’s third goal and that confused Joan García.
Affected
Carlos Romero (5)
He was seen touched during the minute of silence. It was Lamine Yamal’s turn to score and he was constantly outplayed.
He broke offside in the second goal, but assisted Puado in the goal.
Debutante
Bauza (5)
If anyone suffered in defense it was him. He had to dance with Lamine Yamal and was constantly surpassed.
He broke the offside in the second goal. In the second half he improved and assisted Puado in the goal.
Athlete
Kral (5)
Espanyol’s best midfielder this season, played too far back and dedicated himself to chasing shadows the entire game. His influence on the game was less than expected.
Canceled
Watered down (4)
His mission was to be a quarterback and find teammates to enter from the second line, but he barely came into play. In the second half he was substituted very early.
Defensive
Weaver (5)
Solidarity in defense but not daring in attack. He contributed work and stole numerous balls. He combined when he could with El Hilali to have depth. The VAR annulled a goal.
Grown
Jofre (7)
This time he started from the left and his unchecking was the best thing about the team in the first half. It continues to grow and is becoming more and more essential. He also emptied himself in defense as usual.
Scorer
Handful
He acted as the only reference in attack. He dedicated himself to battling against the Barça centre-backs. He had several opportunities. He scored the team’s only goal when he had a companion.
Toned
Sergi Gomez (6)
He avoided the fourth and closed the goal.
Prepared
Justin (6)
He more than delivered on his debut.
Bully
Cheddira (7)
His physical ability helped the team. He had the second header.
Hope
Ünüvar (5)
It always proves something.
Soda
Olivan (5)
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